Gahanna, OH Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gahanna Police Department serves the city of Gahanna, OH in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,503 violent crimes and 3,494 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 89.0 per 100k residents, which is 16.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 163.6 per 100k, 0.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate89.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,503 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate163.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,494 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents285 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate132.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,890 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents303 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 89.0 | B | 1503 | 106.2 | -16.2% |
| Property Crime | 163.6 | C | 3494 | 163.6 | -0.0% |
| Rape | 2.9 | B | 78 | 3.5 | -18.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.5 | A | 197 | 22.3 | -48.4% |
| Burglary | 17.2 | B | 285 | 24.0 | -28.3% |
| Larceny | 132.0 | C | 2890 | 116.4 | +13.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.3 | A | 303 | 22.2 | -35.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall | 3 miles | F 242.2 | F 444.1 | Violent: 172.2% higher Property: 171.4% higher |
| Bexley | 4 miles | A 24.2 | C 169.2 | Violent: 72.8% lower Property: 3.4% higher |
| Mifflin Township | 4 miles | F 237.7 | A 79.2 | Violent: 167.2% higher Property: 51.6% lower |
| Clinton Township | 5 miles | D 138.8 | D 254.4 | Violent: 56.0% higher Property: 55.5% higher |
| Minerva Park | 6 miles | B 75.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 15.0% lower Property: N/A |